Media task force deplores Marcoleta’s paid hack allegations against Senate reporters

MANILA, Philippines — The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) called out Sen. Rodante Marcoleta over his allegations that members of the Senate media are “bayaran”, or paid hacks. In a statement, the PTFOMS said the senator’s assertion is not only unfounded but also “poses a significant threat” to the safety and security of journalists “who perform essential roles in our democracy”. “These sweeping statements threaten media cre